Cape Cuvier

City of Karratha

Leichhardt acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to all First Nations people and acknowledge Elders past and present.

Empowered by the Community

Our Lake MacLeod Project

Our Eramurra Project

Welcome to Leichhardt.

Leichhardt is an independent, Australian owned company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, with salt and gypsum operations at Lake MacLeod close to Carnarvon and the Eramurra project near Karratha in Western Australia.

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Mar 16, 2026 Leichhardt Supports the Next Generation Through Carnarvon Clontarf Academy

Leichhardt has partnered with the Clontarf Foundation to support the Carnarvon Clontarf Academy, a school‑based program helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys stay engaged in education and build strong pathways beyond school.

Feb 25, 2026

Leichhardt Deepens Commitment to Youth, Education and Opportunity

Leichhardt is proud to announce a new three‑year partnership with Polly Farmer Foundation in support of the Follow the Dream program in Carnarvon, supporting culturally responsive after‑school academic enrichment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Carnarvon.

Photo Credit: Shooting Stars 10 Year Gala

Dec 17, 2025

Leichhardt announces new partnership with Shooting Stars to invest in Aboriginal girls’ education and leadership

Leichhardt has announced a new three-year partnership with Shooting Stars, an organisation dedicated to supporting Aboriginal girls and young women to thrive, stay engaged in school and transition successfully into employment or further education.

Nov 27, 2025

Leichhardt 2025 Sustainability Report

Leichhardt is delighted to present our first voluntary sustainability report, covering our first 8 months as the operators of Lake MacLeod, and 12 months of working on the Eramurra Solar Salt Project.

Nov 13, 2025

Lake MacLeod honoured with award by DFES WA

Leichhardt’s Lake MacLeod was recently recognised with a Volunteer Employer Recognition Award (VERA) at the 2025 VERA Ceremony, hosted by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA.

Oct 9, 2025

Quobba Rescue

The Leichhardt Emergency Response Team made regional news this week for their involvement in a rescue at Quobba Station. We extend our gratitude to everyone involved in the rescue and are proud of Leichhardt’s continued effort in supporting the Carnarvon community.

Sep 11, 2025

Leichhardt's Donation to the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Leichhardt’s Brett Renton, Superintendent HSECT and John Blower, Project Director presented Leichhardt’s donation of $25,000 to Judith Barker, Western Operations CEO of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) following the Community Conversation event held in Carnarvon this week. The event was...

Sep 9, 2025

Leichhardt Sponsors Exmouth to Carnarvon Outback Air Race

The Outback Air Race is a time trial through the remote Australian Outback. It isn’t really a race – but it does get very competitive and it is also a lot of fun. Every team fundraises for the RFDS in the 12 months leading up to the race. Essentially a navigationally challenging and self-funded...

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Our Values and Vision

The sustainable salt and gypsum business

Always safe and disciplined

We control what we can to be safe and efficient

Aligned to Operational Goals

We work together to achieve our overall outcomes

Community Focused

We create a lasting legacy

Open and Respectful

We are respectful and inclusive

Empowered to Improve

We empower our people